Sen. Bob Hackett

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of Refugee Road in Fairfield County as the "Cpl. David A. Johnston Memorial Highway" to honor Corporal David A. Johnston. The affected roadway runs between State Route 256 and Pickerington Road Northwest, and the state transportation director is authorized to install signs marking the new name. This change is purely commemorative and does not alter traffic rules, funding, or any other operational aspects of the road.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of United States Route 33 in Fairfield County as the "Lance Corporal James F. Kimple Memorial Highway" to honor Lance Corporal James F. Kimple. The legislation officially changes the name of the road segment located between Coonpath Road Northwest and Pickerington Road Northwest. It also authorizes the director of transportation to install signs along the highway to display the new memorial name.

Maddy summaryThis Ohio Senate Resolution urges the U.S. Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to prioritize mental health care for military personnel and veterans suffering from PTSD and other service-related stress disorders. The bill calls for prompt and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing that only qualified medical professionals should approve such care. It also requests that the government fully implement recommendations to consider mental health conditions before separating service members for misconduct and advocates for correcting discharge records for those separated due to mental health issues. Additionally, the resolution states that a veteran's civilian income should not affect their eligibility for healthcare benefits.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution expresses support for consumer choice in Ohio's automotive market by opposing government mandates that would require the transition to all-electric vehicles. The bill argues that such mandates would harm consumers by limiting affordable options, threaten jobs in the internal combustion engine sector, and strain the state's electricity infrastructure. It urges the Biden Administration to ensure federal regulations do not directly or indirectly force the purchase of electric vehicles. The resolution is a symbolic statement of principle rather than a law that creates new rules or penalties.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows courts to issue child support orders for children over the age of 18 who have a disability, extending financial support beyond the typical age of majority. It applies to parents involved in divorce, legal separation, or annulment proceedings and ensures that support continues as long as the child's disability-related needs persist. The legislation requires courts to calculate these support amounts using existing state guidelines that account for the child's medical and care expenses. By removing the age limit for disabled minors, the bill aims to provide ongoing financial assistance for adult children with disabilities who rely on their parents for care.

Maddy summarySB 186 updates the rules for handling property tax payments and records when land is split, subdivided, or transferred. It requires county auditors to formally update tax records to reflect new ownership details and ensures that unpaid taxes and penalties are fairly divided between the original owner and any new partial owners based on the value of the land. The bill also prevents owners who owe back taxes from buying properties that have been seized due to non-payment. These changes aim to clarify how tax liabilities are managed during property transactions and ensure accurate record-keeping for local governments.

Maddy summarySB 106 amends state laws to establish specific prison sentence ranges for individuals convicted of various felony offenses. The bill requires courts to impose definite minimum prison terms for first, second, and third-degree felonies, while also setting specific sentence lengths for fourth and fifth-degree crimes. Additionally, it mandates longer prison terms when a felony is committed with a firearm, particularly if the weapon is automatic or if the offender has a prior criminal record involving guns. This legislation directly affects judges, prosecutors, and defendants by standardizing sentencing guidelines to ensure more consistent punishment for violent and weapon-related crimes.

Maddy summarySB 96 allows employers in Ohio to post certain labor law notices and required documents on the internet instead of displaying them physically in the workplace. This change applies to employers of minors, contractors working on public projects, and businesses subject to prevailing wage laws, giving employees digital access to information about their rights and wage rates. The bill also clarifies rules regarding age verification for minors and penalties for submitting false employment documents. By permitting online posting, the legislation offers a modern alternative to traditional physical postings while maintaining the requirement that the information remain accessible to employees.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Ohio's state education board to update high school financial literacy and entrepreneurship standards to include specific concepts about free market capitalism. The new curriculum for grades nine through twelve must teach students that raw materials, labor, and capital are privately owned, that individuals control their own work and earnings, and that market prices help consumers and producers make informed decisions. It also mandates that these standards explain how wealth is created through profit-seeking transactions and how free markets drive entrepreneurship and innovation. Additionally, the legislation directs the state board to develop these academic standards independently rather than as part of a multi-state group and to include related political features like property rights and contract enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a Senate resolution that formally honors Michael A. Rulli for his service as a member of the Ohio Senate. It recognizes his leadership roles, including his committee chairmanships and his work representing constituents in Columbiana and Mahoning counties. The resolution commends his professional achievements and expresses good wishes for his future, with a copy of the document to be sent to him by the Senate Clerk.